Therapy Dog information?

Question

does anyone know of any sites other than the TDI and Akron Children's Doggie Brigade that i could do for my silver award? i am a cadette girl scout and we got a dog a few weeks ago. i've been wanting to do therapy dogs as my silver project since i was done w/ my bronze. i am only 13 so organizations that i could join would be appreciated. thanks!!!!!!!!!

Answer 1

I recommend you try TDI. There is no minimum age for handlers, but you will need an adult over 18 to accompany you with your dog. It's always a good idea to have a 2nd person along anyway, when doing visits. Your dog must be 1 year old to take the test. If my dog can pass, then I'm sure yours can! To get started, take your dog to basic obedience, or puppy kindergarten classes for socialization & to learn the behaviors necessary to test.

Here's a link to the TDI page on requirements.

http://www.tdi-dog.org/requirements.html

Good Luck!